Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB50F

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was brought out 5 years before the WB50F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH22 grades versus the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH22 against the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and WB50F.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB50F to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FH22 will be behind in sensor tech.